Ms. Holcomb explained her involvement with taxi companies. She fields complaints from the public and acts as a liaison between the local companies and the Ithaca Common Council. The Ithaca Police Department is in charge of licensing and enforcement regulations and are not always available to assist with legislation changes. Over the years, she has worked closely with John Kadar, Ithaca Dispatch, and Paul Kriegstein, Collegetown Cabs, to find a balance in the taxi cab operations. The City of Ithaca greatly values local cab companies and is supportive of brick and mortar businesses to the greatest extent possible. At the same time, the City is also supportive of transportation alternatives. She stated Mayor Myrick is very supportive of ride-sharing.

Ms. Holcomb spoke of the City of Ithaca legislation and the clause in legislation that puts the burden on a customer if they want an exclusive ride. She said that was the City of Ithaca’s way to support mass transportation and promote a healthier and greener environment; sharing a taxi ride is one way to do that.